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Questions to the First Minister

QNR – in the Senedd at on 13 June 2023.

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Photo of Sam Rowlands Sam Rowlands Conservative

(Translated) Will the First Minister make a statement on the role of local democracy in determining local development plans?

Photo of Mark Drakeford Mark Drakeford Labour

Local democracy is a fundamental part of determining local development plans. Development plans are prepared within a statutory framework and all local democratic bodies have a duty to act within the law. 

Photo of Samuel Kurtz Samuel Kurtz Conservative

(Translated) What steps is the Welsh Government taking to improve men’s health in Carmarthen West and South Pembrokeshire?

Photo of Mark Drakeford Mark Drakeford Labour

There is a wide range of Welsh Government activities designed to improve the mental and physical health of men across Wales, including in Carmarthen West and South Pembrokeshire. These include action to treat conditions such as prostate cancer, as well as implementation of our 'Together for Mental Health' strategy.

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